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1519 Cheap Hotels in Riviera - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine
El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (532)
"Magnificent property. Wonderful amenities. Would love to stay again."
United States
Valerie
The price is AU$979
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

4.0 star property
West Beach, 3.4 km from Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1486)
"Great location, friendly staff and valet, pretty room. "
United States
Asha
The price is AU$337
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Milo
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
17.4 km from Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Great customer service and large, comfortable rooms!"
United States
Barry
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1989)
"Definetly would stay here again!"
United States
David
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
15.7 km from Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1342)
"Good hotel"
United States
MINH
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
East Beach, 3 km from Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (962)
"It was an amazing stay! They were very accommodating and the rooms were cutley decorated! I would love to come again whenever possible!!!"
United States
Dhristi
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
17.3 km from Riviera
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1204)
"We had a short one-day stay and it was clean and quiet."
United States
CYNTHIA
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
24.8 km from Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"It was great. Staff really nice, room great and the restaurant was excellent. "
United States
Shaunna
The price is AU$277
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.4 km from Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Clean, quiet, nice and close to the beach. Absolutely loved our stay!"
United States
Eunchae
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
The Franciscan Hotel
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1790)
"Clean room , great staff , place super quiet and clean "
United States
Lisandra
The price is AU$288
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Inn By The Harbor
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.6 km from Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1088)
"Room was clean and big,location was great"
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Beachside Inn
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.4 km from Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1010)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Marina Beach Motel
Exterior
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.7 km from Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Can't beat the location! One block from the promenade street with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and shops. Not too far from the pier as well!"
United States
Leonardo
The price is AU$329
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1098)
"Great place."
Canada
Mario
The price is AU$273
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1049)
"Perfect location for state street fun!"
United States
Sherie
The price is AU$307
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hotel Santa Barbara
Sun deck
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 3 km from Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Great stay"
United States
Scott
The price is AU$250
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Riviera Beach House
Courtyard
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2.0 star property
15.1 km from Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Rooms were clean and staff very friendly and cooperative."
United States
Sulakshana
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Lobby lounge
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 3.4 km from Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (354)
"The room was perfect and spotless "
United States
Liz
The price is AU$295
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.2 km from Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (987)
"I like that it's a boutique hotel."
United States
Jacquelyne
The price is AU$430
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.4 km from Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1293)
"Nice location"
United States
Patricia
The price is AU$315
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
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Our guide on where to stay in Riviera

Find the best Riviera areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Montecito

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

Downtown Santa Barbara

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Beach

East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Riviera Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"I did not have the breakfast. Room temp was good. Management was excellent. "
Mary 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Sandpiper Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Riviera?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Santa Barbara's Riviera neighbourhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Franceschi Park as part of your Riviera travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Riviera?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, El Encanto Santa Barbara is the highest ranked property in Riviera. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants.
How many hotels are there in the Riviera area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 25 Riviera hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Riviera, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Riviera.
What are the top things to see and do in Riviera?
Franceschi Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Riviera. Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara Channel are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara.

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